The flight distance from Lahad Datu Airport (LDU) in Lahad Datu, Malaysia to Tocumen International Airport (PTY) in Tocumen, Panama is 17,504 kilometers (10,876 miles / 9,451 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 22h, flying northeast at a heading of 51°.

This is an ultra-long-haul route, one of the longest in aviation. It requires wide-body aircraft with extended range capability such as the Airbus A350-900ULR or Boeing 777-200LR. Passengers should prepare for an extended flight with multiple meal services.

This is an international route connecting Malaysia with Panama. It is an intercontinental flight between Asia and North America. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 19:35 in Lahad Datu, it's 06:35 in Tocumen. With a 13-hour time difference, travelers should plan for significant jet lag. It typically takes one day per hour of time difference to fully adjust.

The return flight from Tocumen (PTY) to Lahad Datu (LDU) follows a heading of 308° (northwest). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

For more information about these airports, visit the Lahad Datu Airport (LDU) and Tocumen International Airport (PTY) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.